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António Costa

António Costa

Costa Loses Support of Portugal’s Far Left

Early elections are likely.

Nick OttensNick OttensOctober 28, 2021December 7, 2021
António Costa

Portugal’s Costa Cruising to Victory on Back of Strong Economy

A quasi-coalition with the far left has proved more stable than the right predicted.

Nick OttensNick OttensOctober 4, 2019April 20, 2022
António Costa

New York Times Leaves Out Nuances in Portugal Story

A puff piece about Portugal’s left-wing government glosses over the accomplishments of its right-wing predecessor.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 24, 2018October 29, 2021
António Costa

Portuguese Leader Defends Rolling Back Austerity

The country’s Socialist Party prime minister argues that he can boost competitiveness without cuts.

Nick OttensNick OttensJanuary 24, 2016October 29, 2021
António Costa

Portugal’s Left Teams Up to Oust Passos Coelho

Two far-left parties agree to go into coalition with the Socialists to remove the right from office.

Nick OttensNick OttensNovember 6, 2015October 29, 2021

Portugal’s Socialists Say Left-Wing Pact Possible

António Costa would rather team up with the far left than keep the center-right in power.

Nick OttensNick OttensOctober 14, 2015October 29, 2021

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